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Definition of coat

coat

/koʊt/
coat

Plural:coats
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Past Simple:coated
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Past Participle:coated
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Present Participle:coating
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coat Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An outer garment worn outdoors, having sleeves and typically extending below the hips, intended to provide warmth or protection from the weather.

Example

"He put on his heavy winter coat before stepping out into the snowstorm."


2

A single layer or covering of a substance, such as paint, dust, or varnish, applied to a surface.

Example

"We applied a fresh coat of paint to the living room walls."


3

The natural covering of an animal, such as fur, hair, or wool.

Example

"The dog sheds its thick coat during the summer months to stay cool."

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• verb

1

To cover a surface or object with a layer of a substance (such as paint, dust, or liquid).

Example

"The baker proceeded to coat the fresh strawberries in melted dark chocolate."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'cote', from Old French 'cote', of Germanic origin. Ultimately related to Old High German 'kozzo' meaning 'coarse mantle'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Coat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/coat
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